Local Legends
Cave of the Apocalypse
Patmos Municipality, Greece
The Cave of the Apocalypse (Greek: Σπήλαιο Αποκάλυψης, pronounced [sp'ileo.apok'alipsis]) is located approximately halfway up the mountain on the Aegean island of Patmos, along the road between the villages of Chóra and Skala. This grotto marks the spot where St. John of Patmos received his visions that he recorded in the Book of Revelation. It became a location of Christian pilgrimage and is recognized as a Greek Orthodox Church to this day. In 1999, UNESCO declared the cave a joint World Heritage Site (together with the Monastery of Saint John the Theologian that lies at the highest point on the island), as one of the most sacred sites of Christianity.
- Category
- Local Legends
- Location
- Patmos Municipality, Greece
- Coordinates
- 37.31417, 26.54444
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q1978886
What is Cave of the Apocalypse?
Cave of the Apocalypse is a Local Legends place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Pythagoras Cave, tunnel of Eupalinos, Asfondilitis, Tomb of Charmylos.
Where is Cave of the Apocalypse?
Cave of the Apocalypse is in Patmos Municipality, Greece. Coordinates: 37.31417, 26.54444.
How do I get to Cave of the Apocalypse?
Cave of the Apocalypse is at Patmos Municipality, Greece (37.31417, 26.54444). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.